Strategic Plant Controller: Drive Profitability & Operations

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Lake Forest (IL); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Plant Controller to join the Illinois plant leadership team. You will oversee all plant financial operations, partner with operations to drive profitability, and lead budgeting, forecasting, standard costing, and capital planning.

You will mentor the Accounting team, manage month-end and year-end closes, control inventory accounting, and deliver analyses that support strategic decisions and regulatory compliance.

Formación

• 7-10 years of Controller or Plant Controller experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Financial leadership experience in a complex manufacturing operation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP/accounting systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all financial operations for the manufacturing facility, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, performance reports, and management analyses.
• Develop the annual operating budget, business plan, and financial forecasts while monitoring performance against goals.
• Partner with Plant Leadership to provide financial guidance supporting strategic and operational decisions.
• Analyze plant performance, manufacturing costs, and operating results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage standard costing, product costing, inventory valuation, and cost control processes.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee physical inventory processes and maintain accurate inventory accounting and controls.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Communication skills

Collaboration with operations

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

ERP/accounting systems

Descripción del empleo

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Plant Controller to join the Illinois plant leadership team. You will oversee all plant financial operations, partner with operations to drive profitability, and lead budgeting, forecasting, standard costing, and capital planning.

You will mentor the Accounting team, manage month-end and year-end closes, control inventory accounting, and deliver analyses that support strategic decisions and regulatory compliance.